North Shore Milwaukee Mexican Food for Cinco de Mayo

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo in Milwaukee’s North Shore offers a delightful array of Mexican dining experiences. Here are some top-rated restaurants in the area known for their authentic flavors and festive atmospheres:

Jose’s Blue Sombrero (Fox Point)

A popular sit-down Mexican eatery known for its vibrant decor and welcoming atmosphere. It’s a great choice for families, with a kids’ menu and friendly service, yet also offers a festive bar scene for adults. Jose’s often rolls out holiday specials (Cinco de Mayo included) and boasts extensive vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options to accommodate all diets. Expect classic dishes (tacos, fajitas, enchiladas) alongside Wisconsin touches (even a Friday fish fry) and happy hour deals that make it a fun but family-friendly place to celebrate.

Café Corazón (Brown Deer)

A casual farm-to-table taqueria celebrated for its locally sourced ingredients and cozy, cantina-style vibe. This neighborhood gem (one of several Corazón locations in MKE) is very family-friendly – expect coloring sheets for kids and a laid-back setting – yet it doesn’t skimp on the fiesta. For Cinco de Mayo weekend, Corazón typically features afternoon live music or patio festivities and happy-hour drink specials (think house margaritas, palomas, and Mexican beers on special). Their menu has plenty for everyone, including authentic tacos and burritos plus a dedicated selection of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.

BelAir Cantina (East Side)

A lively California-style cantina famous for its creative tacos and margaritas, making it a go-to for a fun Cinco de Mayo night out. BelAir is celebrating Cinco de Mayo 2025 all weekend long (Fri 5/2 through Mon 5/5) with an “unforgettable Cinco de Mayo Party” across its locations You can expect a high-energy atmosphere – think crowds enjoying $5 margarita Monday deals, specialty tacos, and possibly DJs or patio music. This sit-down restaurant is casual and welcoming (kids are often there by day), but its lively bar vibe and late hours cater to adults looking to toast the holiday. BelAir also offers a variety of tacos including vegetarian options and fusion flavors, all served in a laid-back, “come as you are” setting.

Highland House (Mequon)

A longtime North Shore favorite that blends Mexican, California, and Caribbean influences for a tropical party vibe. A beachy decor, spacious patio, and famous margarita menu. For Cinco de Mayo, Highland House pulls out the stops: in 2025 they’re offering $2 off all margaritas all day and special food deals during happy hour (3–6 pm) throughout the Cinco weekend. It’s a large sit-down restaurant that’s both family-friendly by day and a fun bar scene by night. Visitors can enjoy everything from tacos and fajitas to Hawaiian-influenced dishes, but the real highlight is the drink selection – it was even named a top margarita destination in the North Shore area.